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Tighter security ordered for some U.S.-bound flights

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The Obama administration is stepping up security for some flights headed to the United States from Europe and the Middle East, reflecting heightened concern that terrorists are developing more sophisticated bombs designed to avoid airport screening. Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson said in a statement that he has directed the Transportation Security Administration to "implement enhanced security measures in the coming days" at selected overseas airports. "We will work to… (www.cnn.com) More...

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Aviation security for Middle East flights

Potential new aviation security measures that could be announced on Wednesday would involve increased screenings for flights to the United States from Europe and the Middle East, according to one U.S. official, while another said the measures would be related to airports worldwide that don't meet U.S. security standards.

http://www.kspr.com/news/politics/us-may-announce-tighter-aviation-security/21051736_26764884
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